Five star rated professional snuggler, Lisa VanArsdale, earns up to $100 an hour for cuddling and told The Herald Sun previously that she asks all clients to sign a contract and follow a set of strict rules.

Dog surf instructor

There are a number surfing pros now focusing their talents on teaching dogs to ride waves.

Owner of SUP Dog Oz, Chris de Aboitiz, told Body and Soul previously that he had been training dogs to surf ‘unofficially’ since 2006 before launching his business.

Thanks to word of mouth he eventually ended up with a number of clients and at one stage found himself training 40 dogs and their owners in a park by the beach.

‘It is great to see people stay fit and healthy and having fun with their dog mates. My dogs, the dogs I meet and work with are my constant teachers,’ he said.

‘I love to teach and watch people learn how to give their dog leadership, exercise, structure and be confident to know when and how to reward good dog behaviour.’I

In addition to his in-person sessions he also sells training videos online for $29.95.

Owner of SUP Dog Oz, Chris de Aboitiz, told Body and Soul previously that he had been training dogs to surf ‘unofficially’ since 2006 before launching his business

‘It is great to see people stay fit and healthy and having fun with their dog mates. My dogs, the dogs I meet and work with are my constant teachers,’ he said